Under minimal supervision,
responsible for the safe operations and maintenance of the Pueblo of Sandia
Wastewater system collection and discharge infrastructure, and Water system
wells, treatment, storage and distribution infrastructure. The position
will provide direction and supervision of Level II and Level I operators in
the safe operations and maintenance of the Water/Wastewater infrastructure.
The position is a lead operator and will assume responsibility for O&M in
the absence of the Level 4 Supervisor.
Supervision Exercised
Supervised by the Utility Operator
Level 4 Supervisor.
The Level III Operator is the lead
operator and is responsible for O&M of the Water/Wastewater systems in
accordance with Federal regulations, Pueblo policies and Supervisors
directives.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees and evaluates work assigned to Utility
Operators.
Conducts operations and maintenance labor activities
of the water/wastewater treatment plant and potable water system.
Oversees the performance of the Utility Operator
levels 1 & 2 in the operations and maintenance labor activities of
the water/wastewater treatment plant and potable water system.
Assists Supervisor in maintaining an inventory of
water treatment and potable water chemicals required.
Assists Supervisor in orientation of new Utility
operator employees.
Assists Supervisor in scheduling daily employee
activity.
Assists Supervisor in preparing employee disciplinary
action reports and recommendations.
Assists Supervisor in preparing employee performance
evaluations.
Prepares and maintains water/wastewater treatment
files, records, reports, and related documents.
Enforces Water and Wastewater Operations standard
operating procedures.
Assists Supervisor in preparing utility operators
shift schedules.
Enters confined space entry where a fitted respirator
is required.
Tests chlorine content of potable water system and
maintains chlorine residuals at required disinfectant limits.
Maintains results on a daily report and continuous log.
Performs basic operator tests on PH, temperature, DO,
and settling tests on the water/wastewater treatment plant.
Maintains results on a daily report and continuous log.
Cleans and maintains chlorine contact chambers.
Addresses federal and state agencies regarding
technical potable and wastewater inquiries.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as
necessary or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience
Required:
High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
Three (3) years previous experience working in water
treatment.
Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New
Mexico Driver’s License.
The following license and/or certifications is/are
required prior to employment start date:
Wastewater Level III & Water Level II
Certification
